Anne Curtis-Smith: The Multimedia Superstar's Pinnacle of Philippine Entertainment

 Anne Curtis-Smith[fn 1](Tagalog pronunciation: [ˈkuɾtɪs]; born 17 February 1985)[1] is a Filipino-Australian actress, model, television host, entrepreneur, and recording artist.[2] Renowned as the "Multimedia Superstar," she stands as one of the most accomplished celebrities in the Philippines in the 21st century. As of the latest update, she holds the distinction of being the first Filipina celebrity to reach the 20 million mark on Instagram, with a significant presence on other social media platforms as well.[3][4][5][6]

Curtis has garnered a multitude of awards in her illustrious career, including two FAMAS Awards, a Luna Award, two Metro Manila Film Festival Awards, and five PMPC Star Awards for Television. She has also earned nominations for two Gawad Urian Awards and eight PMPC Star Awards for Movies.[7] Recognized as one of the most influential celebrities in the Philippines,[8] Forbes Asia has included her among the top 100 digital stars in the Asia-Pacific region.[9] As of 2021, she continues to hold the title of the Philippines' leading Instagram personality with over 17 million followers,[8][10], and ranks as the 4th most followed Filipino celebrity on Facebook with over 18 million followers.[11] Curtis was the first Filipino to achieve 14 million followers on Twitter and currently holds the position of the second most followed Filipino celebrity on the platform.[12][13][14] In addition, she was the number one Instagram influencer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).[15]

Curtis has graced the big screen in several successful films, including the box-office hits Baler (2008), No Other Woman (2011), A Secret Affair (2012), The Gifted (2014), Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story (2018), and The Mall, The Merrier (2019).[16] She secures the position of the third-highest grossing Filipino actress (ninth overall) of the 2010s decade, with her films grossing over Php 1.5 billion in box-office receipts.[17] Additionally, she has taken on lead roles in popular television series, such as Hiram (2004–2005), Kampanerang Kuba (2005), Maging Sino Ka Man (2006–2007), Dyosa (2008), Green Rose (2011), and Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw (2013). In 2014, Curtis portrayed the iconic Komiks character Dyesebel in Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel. She continues to be a main host on the noontime variety show It's Showtime (2009–2020, 2022–present).